Dear Admissions Committee, It is my distinct pleasure to write this letter of recommendation for Francisco Valentinotti, a remarkable young individual who I have had the privilege of teaching in AP Calculus. I wholeheartedly endorse Francisco, who embodies the qualities of competence, perseverance, kindness, and leadership. Francisco is the epitome of a well-rounded student who excels academically while consistently demonstrating a deep commitment to personal growth and building meaningful relationships with his peers and teachers alike. In the classroom, he approaches his studies with unwavering dedication and a thirst for knowledge. His competence is evident in his exceptional problem-solving abilities, critical thinking skills, and consistently high academic achievements. One of Francisco's most exceptional qualities is his ability to lead by example while maintaining a humble and collaborative spirit. He possesses natural leadership qualities that are rooted in his willingness to learn from those around him. Francisco is not only a competent communicator but also an active and empathetic listener. He engages in meaningful conversations, demonstrating an eagerness to understand different perspectives and a genuine interest in the thoughts of others. I am continually impressed by Francisco's self-sufficiency and sense of responsibility. He is a young man who takes initiative and demonstrates maturity beyond his years. His ability to plan, organize, and execute tasks with precision is indicative of his strong work ethic and dependability. Beyond his academic and personal attributes, Francisco is deeply committed to giving back to his community. He volunteers to tutor children in Spanish, which not only provides invaluable support to these students but also makes him a true role model and source of inspiration. Francisco's dedication to his Mexican community is a testament to his self-awareness and the strong values instilled in him. In conclusion, Francisco’s competence, perseverance, kindness, and dedication to personal growth, combined with his remarkable leadership skills and commitment to community service, make him an asset to any academic institution. I am confident that he will contribute positively to your campus community and excel in all his academic pursuits. Sincerely, Kassie Smith, Ed.S. Math Teacher South Forsyth High School 770-781-2264 x 102002 klsmith@forsyth.k12.ga.us
Date: August 23, 2024 From: Connie High, Math Department Chair Baconton Community Charter School Re: Letter of Recommendation for Jack Ly Dear Scholarship Committee: I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Jack Ly for any scholarship in which he qualifies. I have known Jack for at least 13 years as we attended the same church. I taught children’s church and youth group where Jack was a faithful participant. In Jack’s high school years, I was one of Jack’s math teachers in school. Knowing him in the community sector and in the education sector, I can attest to Jack’s intelligence, his desire to learn, and his ability to work as a team player. Jack has consistently demonstrated a genuine passion for education and an unwavering commitment to his academic pursuits. As both a student and a leader at our school, Jack exhibits exceptional qualities that distinguish him as a promising future engineer. He consistently seeks opportunities to engage with diverse learning experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. As a teacher/instructor/professor for the past 30 years in the areas of secondary and college mathematics, I can attest to his intelligence, desire to learn, and his ability to work as a group member. When working with groups, Jack does not become a dictator, expecting every member to listen to only what he says just because of his superior intelligence; however, he understands that everyone has something to contribute, and much can be learned from every member of a group. Jack has an inclusive personality and has a true gift for including others into his circle. One of Jack’s outstanding attributes is his innate ability to connect with students as well as adults, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. He possesses excellent communication skills, which are essential in being a successful part of a team, and his dedication to creating a supportive atmosphere is truly commendable. I have received numerous positive feedback from students, parents, and fellow educators about Jack’s impactful contributions to our school and our community. In my 30 years of teaching higher levels of mathematics, Jack Ly is the brightest student that I have had the honor of teaching. He is never satisfied with the status quo and is intrinsically motivated. He has varied interests and desires to succeed. He was raised by a single mother who has struggled financially but provided a home full of warmth and love that allowed her two children to mature and excel. Jack can be anything he desires to be and can succeed at any university he chooses to attend. Any school of higher learning would be lucky to have this young man. I hold Jack Ly in the highest esteem and recommend him for all scholarships available to him. His combination of academic achievement, community involvement and personal character make Jack an ideal candidate. I am certain that Jack is going to continue to do great and creative things in his future. He is talented, caring, intuitive, dedicated, and focused in his pursuits. Jack is truly a stand-out individual who will impress everyone he meets. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions at chigh@bccsblazers.org. Sincerely, Connie High, Chair Mathematics Department Baconton Community Charter School
Date: August 23, 2024 From: Connie High, Math Department Chair Baconton Community Charter School Re: Letter of Recommendation for Jack Ly Dear Scholarship Committee: I am writing this letter to wholeheartedly recommend Jack Ly for any scholarship in which he qualifies. I have known Jack for at least 13 years as we attended the same church. I taught children’s church and youth group where Jack was a faithful participant. In Jack’s high school years, I was one of Jack’s math teachers in school. Knowing him in the community sector and in the education sector, I can attest to Jack’s intelligence, his desire to learn, and his ability to work as a team player. Jack has consistently demonstrated a genuine passion for education and an unwavering commitment to his academic pursuits. As both a student and a leader at our school, Jack exhibits exceptional qualities that distinguish him as a promising future engineer. He consistently seeks opportunities to engage with diverse learning experiences, both inside and outside the classroom. As a teacher/instructor/professor for the past 30 years in the areas of secondary and college mathematics, I can attest to his intelligence, desire to learn, and his ability to work as a group member. When working with groups, Jack does not become a dictator, expecting every member to listen to only what he says just because of his superior intelligence; however, he understands that everyone has something to contribute, and much can be learned from every member of a group. Jack has an inclusive personality and has a true gift for including others into his circle. One of Jack’s outstanding attributes is his innate ability to connect with students as well as adults, fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. He possesses excellent communication skills, which are essential in being a successful part of a team, and his dedication to creating a supportive atmosphere is truly commendable. I have received numerous positive feedback from students, parents, and fellow educators about Jack’s impactful contributions to our school and our community. In my 30 years of teaching higher levels of mathematics, Jack Ly is the brightest student that I have had the honor of teaching. He is never satisfied with the status quo and is intrinsically motivated. He has varied interests and desires to succeed. He was raised by a single mother who has struggled financially but provided a home full of warmth and love that allowed her two children to mature and excel. Jack can be anything he desires to be and can succeed at any university he chooses to attend. Any school of higher learning would be lucky to have this young man. I hold Jack Ly in the highest esteem and recommend him for all scholarships available to him. His combination of academic achievement, community involvement and personal character make Jack an ideal candidate. I am certain that Jack is going to continue to do great and creative things in his future. He is talented, caring, intuitive, dedicated, and focused in his pursuits. Jack is truly a stand-out individual who will impress everyone he meets. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions at chigh@bccsblazers.org. Sincerely, Connie High, Chair Mathematics Department Baconton Community Charter School
I am happy to recommend Areeba Basaria for consideration for college admission. I taught her as a junior in AP® Environmental Science at The Gwinnett School of Math Science and Technology (GSMST) during the school year 2022-2023. GSMST is a top ranked high school in GA, with a minimum five specific AP® courses and a junior and senior year internship experience required for graduation. Students gain admission through a county-wide lottery open to all rising ninth-grade students who meet the minimum math score. Areeba stands out in my mind for her enthusiasm and optimism as she approaches a subject. She seemed to enjoy being in school, eager to participate in class activities and work with her classmates. She completed assignments regularly and on time, a reflection of her positive work ethic. Some of her best work was on projects where she needed to learn about a topic, and then, teach it back to her classmates through an oral report. Her outgoing personality and willingness to work allows her to make good contributions to school and community activities such as student council organized social functions like dances. As a student, perhaps because of starting our school without the normal summer immersion program cancelled because of COVID in 2020, Areeba is less mature than many students I would see in 11th or 12th grade. I didn’t see in her the typical high school growth where students learn that success in courses isn’t necessarily only due to effort; learning to self-reflect about quality of personal work or understanding is equally or more important. For example, Areeba often expected higher grades on assignments because she felt she worked hard on them. However, her work on objective assessments showed she didn’t master all the concepts well enough to apply the information to new situations presented on the tests. Likewise, for Areeba, making an effort or perhaps working under a mindset of “completing” an assignment without effective learning strategies may not lead to long term retention of material. I believe Areeba has the potential to complete college work, especially in a setting where students are given early instruction and coaching in how to manage college work. Please contact me if you need more information. Tom Wellnitz GSMST, Lawrenceville, GA 36 years teaching experience in independent and high performing public high schools, now retired as of June 2023 Twellnitz2017@att.net
It is our pleasure to and honor to recommend Maan Patel. I served as Maan's mentor for his internship at American Engineers, Inc. During Maan's time here at AEO he proved to be a hardworking and responsible individual, and I am delighted to provide you with this letter of recommendation.
To whom it may concern: I have had the pleasure of being Steven Martin's supervisor over the summer. Steven worked an internship at our company, Ace Technologies. Steven is a very bright kid with a bright future ahead of him. Steven has worked well with his peers and is highly respected by them. He is a hard worker and a methodical thinker. He has learned to work on several different electronic systems and he has learned the basics of each system fast. He always puts in the effort and is always wanting to learn to excel for his future. I would strongly recommend Steven for the scholarship. If you are looking for a bright, hard working, professional, Steven Martin would be a great pick. Thank you, Ace Technologies Project Manager Paul Forbes 229.412.2197
Steven Martin is an exceptional young man. He is extremely intelligent and hard working. At a young age he started his own car washing business and did excellent work, always arriving on time and charged a fair price. Steven is very active in his church and is a great support to his friends. I have no doubt that Steven will accomplish great task in his future. Steven is a pleasure to know and be around and I highly recommend him for this scholarship, as I am confident he will make the most of this opportunity.
It is with great pleasure that I recommend Steven Martin for a scholarship! I have known Steven since he was a little boy. He is a very hardworking, motivated young man who will do well in college just as he has through all his years of school leading up to college. He is a friendly young man and is conscientious to follow through with projects that he begins! If you need any further information on Steven, please do not hesitate to let me know!
To the members of the selection committee, It is my pleasure to recommend for your consideration my former student, Jacob Bennett. I have known Jacob since August of 2021, at first, as a student in my U.S. History class, and then, as a student in my AP Macroeconomics class at East Forsyth High School. Since that time, I have come to know him as a vibrant young man who is a leader in the classroom, on our campus, and beyond. I am confident that his presence makes a valuable addition to whatever university he attends. In my classroom, Jacob consistently achieved at a level which outpaced many of his peers. Jacob is punctual and polite, and a positive influence on any learning environment which he is a part of. Communication with Jacob is always clear, appropriate, and concise; and he is not only a great self-advocate, but a thoughtful contributor to classroom discussions. He asks poignant questions which enhance the culture of the classroom and are reflective of an inquisitive mind which is eager to grow. Furthermore, Jacob has demonstrated exceptional time-management skills in balancing a successful extracurricular life with a rigorous academic course load consisting of many college-level Advanced Placement classes. Furthermore, he is an excellent communicator, and is capable of cultivating valuable relationships with peers and staff at our school; he is mature in his pursuits, and able to connect with people in fields beyond purely academic ones. Jacob was one of the founding members of the Chess Club at our school; as the sponsor of this club, I would tell you that Jacob is extremely reliable and helpful. Jacob Bennett has demonstrated the time management skills necessary to succeed in multiple arenas at the same time. He is a leader in the classroom, and in his extracurriculars; he would be a wonderful representative of the Georgia Engineering Foundation, if granted this award. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at f39389@forsyth.k12.ga.us. All my best, Rob Tomlinson